Perfect Equipment Names Johannes Michalski New CEO - aftermarketNews

Perfect Equipment Names Johannes Michalski New CEO

Michalski succeeds the company's president, Mike Astorino, who will remain involved as business consultant.

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — Perfect Equipment Inc., a manufacturer of wheel balance weights, announced that Johannes Michalski has been appointed CEO. Michalski succeeds the company’s president, Mike Astorino, who will remain involved as business consultant.

"I am pleased to welcome Johannes to Perfect Equipment," said Astorino. "We share a similar vision for the organization. His depth of experience and leadership skills will allow us to take the company to the next level. I believe Johannes will continue to build a solid customer relationship that not only keeps pace with our growing business but also lives up to Perfect’s reputation as an industry leader."

"The opportunity to join the Perfect Equipment team is truly exceptional," said Michalski. "Perfect is well on its way to changing the scope of the wheel weight industry worldwide. I am thrilled to have an opportunity to play a leading role in such an innovative and impactful organization."

Michalski joins Perfect Equipment from a leading provider of mechanical and electronic key systems, lock sets, steering locks and remote control systems for the automotive industry. Michalski served as chief operating officer for the North American Division.

"Perfect has been experiencing substantial growth in all areas," added Astorino. "The addition of Michalski to our talented executive team will open new opportunities for success. This change will bring forth additional resources so that Perfect Equipment may continue to provide the best products and services to our customers."

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